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Charging interest where a director’s loan account is in credit

Charging interest where a director’s loan account is in credit

Charging interest where a director’s loan account is in credit  Jess Brooks
Published on: 16/03/2026

If your director’s loan account is in credit, you may be able to charge interest, but what are the tax implications? Learn how HMRC rules, CT61 requirements, and savings allowances affect both you and your company.

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Can a director become liable for unpaid corporation tax?

Can a director become liable for unpaid corporation tax?

Can a director become liable for unpaid corporation tax?Jess Brooks
Published on: 10/03/2026

Directors are usually protected by limited liability, but there are situations where HMRC can pursue them personally for unpaid corporation tax. Learn when directors may become liable and how to avoid the risk.

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Using the business to pay school or university fees

Using the business to pay school or university fees

Using the business to pay school or university fees Jess Brooks
Published on: 03/03/2026

Can your company pay school or university fees? Learn the tax impact of reimbursement vs direct payment, BIK and Class 1A NIC, employee loans (the £10,000 rule), dividends and settlements, and why salary sacrifice is limited.

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Disincorporation of a company

Disincorporation of a company

Disincorporation of a company  Jess Brooks
Published on: 11/02/2026

Thinking of closing a limited company and moving to sole trader? Disincorporation can trigger tax on asset transfers, goodwill gains, SDLT/VAT issues, and different outcomes when extracting cash. Here are the key points to watch.

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